Macarons, Downtown Salads, and Free Margaritas

SUGAR WIRE—Local pastry chef (and consultant to John Tesar's Spoon) Joe Baker is hawking his macarons, which made a recent appearance on Food Network's Sweet Genius, in floral flavors like hibiscus and rose just in time for Valentine's Day. [Eaterwire]

DOWNTOWN—Salad-centric lunch spot Salata will open a second downtown location on Monday at the One Main Place plaza. [Eaterwire]

ADDISON—Modern Mexican seafood restaurant Lazaranda has made some changes to its interior and menu, and they're unveiling the makeover with a party featuring free margaritas and appetizers. The festivities kick off Thursday, January 31 at 6 p.m. [Eaterwire]

[Photo credit: Lazaranda]